ss of finalizing supplier contracts. Supplier agreements already awarded represent USD 368 million in investments, for a cumulative local investment impact of nearly USD 700 million. Scout is expected to begin production of the Terra pickup and Traveler SUV in 2027. Both will be offered with an all-electric powertrain or an extended-range EV energy system. Scout will source batteries from VW Group’s PowerCo subsidiary, while a VW plant in Silao...

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Geely Galaxy launches M9 plug-in hybrid electric SUV On September 17, Galaxy, a Geely sub-brand, launched the M9 flagship plug-in hybrid electric SUV. The model is available in one 4WD and five FWD variants, with prices ranging from CNY 173,800 to CNY 238,800. The M9 measures 5,205mm long, 1,999mm wide, and 1,800mm high, with a wheelbase of 3,030mm. Built on the GEA Evo (Global Intelligent Electric Architecture Evolution) architecture, the M9 is ...

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enz GenH2 fuel cell trucks. The Valais region, Switzerland, provided tough conditions with steep mountain passes (600–2,478 m), midsummer heat above 35°C, and thin air, which is perfect for pushing the trucks’ cooling and performance systems to the limit. The tests focused on driving dynamics, electric powertrain performance, thermal management, and how the fuel cell, battery, and hydrogen tanks work together under peak loads. Engineers adva...

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e Electra L7, its first luxury intelligent new energy sedan. The Electra L7 measures 5,032mm long, 1,952mm wide, and 1,500mm high, with a wheelbase of 3,000mm. The Electra L7 is built on Buick’s new Xiao Yao super integrated automotive architecture. Equipped with the Zhenlong REEV (range-extended electric vehicle) technology, the model delivers a maximum single-motor power of 252kW and, when fully charged, a 0 to 100km/h acceleration time of 5....

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Yangwang Auto launches U8L Dingshi plug-in hybrid electric off-road SUV On September 12, Yangwang Auto, a BYD sub-brand, launched the U8L Dingshi plug-in hybrid electric off-road SUV priced at CNY 1,280,000. The U8L Dingshi measures 5,400mm long, 2,049mm wide, and 1,921mm high, with a wheelbase of 3,250mm. Equipped with the e4 Platform, the DiSus-P+ intelligent hydraulic body control system, a quad-motor intelligent 4WD layout, a 2.0T high-power ...

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Scania launches new combustion and plug-in hybrid powertrains for buses and coaches On September 16, Scania announced a new powertrain platform, based on the Super truck engine. It comes in internal combustion and plug-in hybrid configurations for buses and coaches. It can provide the exceptional fuel savings of up to 8% compared with the equivalent current powertrain.  It also significantly cuts CO2 emissions.  These cost and carbon sa...

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Geely to launch EX5 EM-i plug-in hybrid model in Russia On September 15, Geely announced that it will present an innovative crossover in Russia. It is named Geely EX5 EM-i. The car will be the first plug-in hybrid model of Geely, officially available on the Russian market. It is built on the advanced GEA modular architecture. The role of the powertrain is performed by the innovative EM-i (Electric Motor Intelligence) Super Hybrid hybrid system. I...

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Suzuki to launch all-new electric subcompact SUV e VITARA in Japan On September 16, Suzuki Motor Corporation announced that it will begin sales of the all-new battery electric vehicle (BEV) e VITARA in Japan from 16 January 2026. The e VITARA electric subcompact SUV is Suzuki’s first global strategic BEV model which was showcased at the Bharat Mobility Global Expo 2025 in India in January 2025. Three models are available: grade X (2WD) with a 4...

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IM Motors launches new LS6 intelligent SUV On September 10, IM Motors launched the new LS6 intelligent SUV. The model is available in five EV (battery electric) and four REEV (range-extended electric) variants, with prices ranging from CNY 197,900 to CNY 269,900. The new LS6 measures 4,937mm long, 1,988mm wide, and 1,671mm or 1,673mm high, with a wheelbase of 2,960mm. The new LS6 EV has an RWD or 4WD layout. -          The RWD variants a...

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he factory in January 2024 as part of its diversification into clean energy. It planned to redevelop a 410,000-square-foot, six-story building industrial building next to the Ford Piquette Avenue Plant Museum. Production was anticipated to start in Q4 2025. Fortescue’s plan was to build packs for electric watercraft powertrain systems with cells sourced from Asia, before moving up to passenger vehicles. Fortescue was awarded USD 12.7 million in...

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Ferrari unveils 849 Testarossa Spider PHEV supercar On September 9, Ferrari unveiled the 849 Testarossa Spider, the successor to the SF90 Spider model. It is a plug-in hybrid supercar combines a mid-rear twin-turbo V8 with three electric motors, a high-voltage battery, and an inverter delivering total output of 1,050 CV i.e. 50 more than the previous model. The re-engineered V8 engine generates output of 830 CV, paired with a hybrid system for pe...

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IAA Mobility 2025: Hongqi to offer 15 models in Europe by 2028 On September 9, Hongqi announced the European debut of its all-new all-electric SUV, the EHS5, at IAA Mobility 2025 in Munich, Germany. The model has a 2,900 mm wheelbase and up to 1,653 liters of flexible storage. It has a WLTP range of 550 km, combined with low-temperature, low-degradation battery cells. The all-new EHS5 marks the launch of the brand’s European localization strate...

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Lynk & Co launches Lynk & Co 10 EM-P plug-in hybrid electric coupe On September 8, Lynk & Co, a Geely sub-brand, launched the Lynk & Co 10 EM-P mid-to-large-size plug-in hybrid electric coupe. The model is available in four variants, with prices ranging from CNY 173,800 to CNY 211,800. The Lynk & Co 10 EM-P measures 5,050mm long, 1,966mm wide, and 1,487mm high, with a wheelbase of 3,005mm. The Lynk & Co 10 EM-P has an eAWD (intelligent electric 4...

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IAA Mobility 2025: MAHLE showcases production-ready solutions for sustainable mobility MAHLE GmbH (MAHLE) is presenting its production-ready innovations for electrification and sustainable powertrain solutions at IAA Mobility 2025. Highlights include (i) a new range extender system with a high-voltage generator, capable of extending the range of battery-electric vehicles up to 1,350 km; (ii) a compact thermal management module with integrated hea...

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ation Clio, presented at the IAA Mobility 2025 in Munich, Germany. Built on CMF-B platform, the all-new Clio is 4,116 mm long, 1,768 mm wide, 1,451 mm high, with a wheelbase of 2,591 mm. The sixth-generation Clio is powered by a renewed range of engines, spearheaded by the full hybrid E-Tech 160 hp powertrain developed by Horse Powertrain. This system combines a 1.8-liter 4-cylinder Atkinson-cycle engine with two electric motors and a 1.4-kWh bat...

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IAA Mobility 2025: Porsche unveils Porsche 911 Turbo S with T-Hybrid Powertrain On September 7, Porsche unveiled the new 911 Turbo S, the top model of the 911 series, at IAA Mobility in Munich. It is available as a coupé (two-seater,) and cabriolet (2+2 seating), it comes with more power, sharper design, smarter aerodynamics, a refined chassis, and exclusive features. The sports car uses a lightweight 400V T-Hybrid powertrain which generates out...

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IAA Mobility 2025: IRP Systems presents EVVER Hi-Dynamic Series, and the TrueDRIVE AI-Suite On September 4, IRP Systems announced that it will present the EVVER Hi-Dynamic Series, a next-generation high-voltage controller line, and the TrueDRIVE AI-Suite, a powerful software suite accelerating the shift toward software-centric electric mobility, at IAA Mobility 2025.  The new EVVER Hi-Dynamic Series controller is built for scalability and softw...

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IAA Mobility 2025: Horse Powertrain to reveal Future Hybrid System, turning BEVs into hybrids On September 4, Horse Powertrain announced that it will reveal detailed specifications of its Future Hybrid System powertrain – enabling OEMs to hybridize Battery Electric Vehicle (BEV) platforms – at IAA Summit 2025. The Future Hybrid System is an all-in-one setup combining the engine, transmission, motor, and power electronics. It replaces the fron...

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Dacia expands powertrain lineup with Hybrid-G 150 4x4 for Duster and Bigster On September 4, Dacia introduced a new hybrid-G 150 4x4 powertrain for both the Duster and Bigster models. This combines hybrid tech, LPG bi-fuel, and all-wheel drive. It uses a 1.2-litre 48V mild-hybrid engine of 140 hp on the front axle and a 31 hp electric motor on the rear, delivering a total output of 154 hp. Torque is 230 Nm from the gasoline engine and up to 87 Nm...

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IAA Mobility 2025: Horse Powertrain unveils compact C15 range extender for EVs On September 3, Horse Powertrain announced that it will showcase its new Horse C15 range extender family at IAA Mobility in Munich, Germany. Horse C15 belongs to the X-Range line of solutions, which adds combustion and hybrid tech to EV platforms. It combines an engine, generator, and inverter in a compact unit that can fit into most battery electric vehicles (BEVs) wi...

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